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Pitcher/Catcher Duo Have an Edge - A Lifetime of Chiropractic Care

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LOUISVILLE, Kentucky - When pitcher Erika Aimers and catcher Lindsey Bleser suit up for the Bellarmine University Lady Knights Softball Team, they feel they have a competitive advantage - a lifetime of chiropractic care. Erika is the daughter of Columbus, Indiana chiropractor Bill Aimers; Lindsey is the daughter of Cincinnati, Ohio chiropractor Steve Bleser, the president of the Ohio State Chiropractic Board.

Erika and Lindsey are juniors at Bellarmine, and both are on scholarships. The team competes in the NCAA Great Lakes Valley Conference, and is coached by Joe Elson and Dave Guild. Many of the team members get regular adjustments.

July 2002
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